Business Details
Expert Accountancy Services in Liverpool
Established by Clair Coburn and Mark McKenna, our practice delivers expert accountancy and taxation services tailored to local businesses and individuals. We prioritise understanding the unique drivers behind each client's operations, combining technical expertise with a client-centric approach. Our commitment to embracing technology streamlines processes, saving clients time and resources while maintaining clarity over complex financial matters. With over 15 years' experience in advising owner-managed businesses, we specialise in demystifying tax legislation to provide practical solutions that reduce liabilities ethically.Our team's extensive knowledge spans bookkeeping, payroll management, and HMRC investigations, supported by Xero certification and membership of the ICAEW Practice Assurance Scheme. We maintain transparency through free general advice via telephone or email, ensuring no unexpected costs arise. Client testimonials highlight our proactive support and ability to deliver actionable insights that empower informed business decisions. Our dedicated client managers guarantee consistent, personalised service across Liverpool and Merseyside.
Services
Accountancy services
Bookkeeping
Making Tax Digital
Payroll support
Tax planning
HMRC investigations
Highlights and features
- We offer free general advice via telephone or email with no hidden fees
- Our team holds Xero certification and Chartered Tax Advisor status
- Clair Coburn brings over 30 years' experience in bookkeeping and payroll
- We specialise in ethical tax planning without avoidance schemes
- Client testimonials highlight our proactive support and business advocacy
Associations and certifications
- ICAEW Practice Assurance Scheme
- Xero-certified
What people say
Knows my business and industry
Proactive and thorough
Trusted advisors
Always on hand
Unparalleled support
Services
Accountancy services
We deliver comprehensive accountancy solutions for small businesses, including year-end accounts and management reports. Our team works closely with clients to enhance accounting system reliability and timeliness, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements while providing actionable financial insights.
Making Tax Digital
Our MTD specialists help businesses transition to digital tax reporting. We review compliance requirements, advise on system changes, and provide software integration, data migration, and staff training to ensure seamless HMRC compliance for VAT returns.
Tax planning
We offer ethical tax planning strategies backed by Chartered Tax Advisor expertise. Our services include personal and corporate tax planning, capital gains tax optimisation, and employee share scheme advice to legally reduce tax liabilities while maintaining compliance.
HMRC investigations
Our team provides expert representation during HMRC enquiries. We offer strategic advice on responding to tax investigations and manage negotiations to protect clients' interests while minimising business and personal impacts of tax audits.
Payroll support
We handle payroll processing and auto-enrolment requirements for businesses of all sizes. Our services include BACS payments, paperless payslips, and compliance support to ensure accurate, timely staff payments and statutory reporting.
People
Mark McKenna
Director
FCA and CTA qualified accountant with over 15 years' experience advising owner-managed businesses on tax compliance and strategic planning. Specialises in reducing tax liabilities through ethical, practical solutions.
Clair Coburn
Director
Accounting professional with 30+ years' experience leading bookkeeping and payroll departments. Expert in cloud software integration and auto-enrolment compliance for small businesses across Merseyside.
Questions
What accounting services do you offer for small businesses?
We provide year-end accounts, management reports, and system improvements for sole traders, partnerships, and limited companies.
How do you support Making Tax Digital compliance?
We review MTD requirements, advise on system changes, and provide software integration and training for VAT return compliance.
Can you assist with tax planning and reductions?
Our Chartered Tax Advisors offer ethical strategies for personal, capital gains, and corporation tax planning without avoidance schemes.
What happens during HMRC investigations?
We provide full representation, from initial advice to managed negotiations, ensuring proper handling of tax enquiries.
Do you offer payroll and auto-enrolment services?
Yes, including BACS payments, e-payslips, and compliance support for businesses of all sizes.
Which areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Liverpool and Merseyside, with clients across the wider North West region.
